1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 865 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
